Tren de Aragua Gang Linked to U.S. Crime Wave and Mexican Border Agent’s Murder

The Venezuelan prison gang has expanded into at least 19 U.S. states, exploiting asylum policies and posing significant security risks.

A suspected member of the Tren de Aragua gang, Jose Gonzalez Roa, was arrested at the California border with an attempted murder warrant after multiple illegal entries into the U.S.
The gang, originating in Venezuela, has infiltrated at least 19 U.S. states, often posing as asylum seekers to gain entry.
Mexican authorities have linked Tren de Aragua to the brutal murder of immigration agent Luis Alberto Olivas García, who was stoned to death near the U.S. border.
The gang has been tied to violent crimes in the U.S., including murders, assaults, and trafficking operations, with members often evading detection due to a lack of identifiable gang markings.
Officials on both sides of the border are increasing cooperation to address the gang’s growing threat, as security concerns mount ahead of a U.S. immigration crackdown under the incoming administration.